Project Manager, Operations Manager

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader.

Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

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Summary

The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall administration and coordination of his/her assigned project for timely and profitable completion in a professional manner. This role will ensure company and owner goals are met, and will exercise best judgement when authorizing cost and schedule matters as necessary. This role will be working specifically on one of our railway projects in Arizona.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain owner relations and contract administration.

• Manage assigned office and project engineers, including training and development.

• Insure all field operations are consistent with budgetary goals and outline operations consistent with production efficiency, strategic direction and overall path towards project completion.

• Schedule and facilitate all project meetings required to successfully coordinate work activity; including company, subcontractors, and owner.

• Provide administrative and technical leadership for the project.

• Supervise all activities related to contract administration, field operations, change orders, submittals, procurement, and schedule.

• Review and provide accurate project costs and forecasting.

• Implement and assist in project specific Safety and Environmental Programs.

• Coordinate necessary permits, licenses, as needed from governing authorities or regulatory agencies.

• Review monthly estimates with owner and subcontractors.

• Assist in coordination and change management of construction field activities.

• Coordinate field construction activities consistent with budget and schedule.

• Prepare proper documentation and notification to owner and subcontractors as it relates to contractual requirements and issues.

• Coordinate punch-list procedures with owner.

• Coordinate and notify all Subcontractors and/or material suppliers of any deficiencies under punch-list which are their responsibility.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Experience, Education & Skills

• 2-5 years minimum of project management related experience.

• Previous railway experience strongly preferred.

• Understanding and knowledge of contract administration with owner, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Ability to communicate effectively with project personnel, owner, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Possess good planning and organizational skills.

• Ability to coordinate and manage project planning, scheduling, and project controls.

• Possess skills in accurate and complete financial acumen as it relates to the project.

• Understanding of all construction related field activities, project specifications, applications and interpretation.

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction, Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.

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Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.